Discover the iconic beauty of Yosemite National Park in the majestic Sierra with Sierra Rec Magazine as your ultimate guide. Immerse yourself in this world-renowned recreational travel destination, where awe-inspiring landscapes and thrilling adventures await. Explore the towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and ancient sequoia groves that define Yosemite. From hiking to rock climbing, wildlife spotting to scenic drives, Yosemite offers a diverse range of recreational activities for all outdoor enthusiasts. Let Sierra Rec Magazine be your trusted resource as you unlock the wonders of Yosemite, providing valuable insights, tips, and recommendations for an unforgettable experience in this natural paradise. Plan your next adventure and create lifelong memories in the splendor of Yosemite National Park.
Get ready to pack your bags and lace up those hiking boots! Yosemite National Park has announced its six fee-free days for 2025. These special dates are your golden opportunity to experience one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world without paying an entrance fee. Mark your calendars for: While entrance fees are waived … Read more
The Yosemite Conservancy recently announced Cassius M. Cash as its new president and CEO, bringing a fresh perspective to lead the organization’s mission of conservation, public engagement, and environmental education. Set to assume his new role in January 2025, Cash has a profound background in conservation, having served as superintendent of Great Smoky Mountains National … Read more
A Personal Reflection on the Park that Inspires Sierra Rec Magazine Today, as we turn the calendar into October 2024, we pause to celebrate the 134th birthday of Yosemite National Park. The 134th anniversary might be a number too many, but in so many ways, it is not just the anniversary of its establishment but … Read more
As the vibrant hues of autumn paint the Sierra Nevada, there’s a special celebration taking shape in the quiet town of Wawona inside Yosemite National Park. The Redwoods In Yosemite, a beloved destination for travelers seeking the beauty of nature and the comforts of home, is marking its 75th anniversary this year. For decades, this … Read more
Yosemite’s North Entrance Gets a Luxurious Upgrade Imagine waking up not to the cacophony of hawkers and bars, but to the gentle chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves. Breathe in crisp mountain air, invigorating your senses after a restful slumber in a luxurious cottage. Firefall Ranch isn’t your average hotel; it’s a meticulously … Read more
The continuing saga of learning to Paddleboard in the Sierra. Yosemite National Park holds a special place in my heart. Over the past decade, I’ve become a regular visitor, making the trip 4-6 times a year. Tenaya Lake, centrally located between May Lake and Cathedral Peak at the foot of the Cathedral Range, is always … Read more
I’ve always been captivated by Yosemite National Park and all of the hiking opportunities the iconic National Park has to offer, but I haven’t explored much of the trails a bit outside of the park along Tioga Pass Road until a recent, somewhat spontaneous trip to Tioga Peak. During an early June camping trip to … Read more
Stage 2 0f Yosemite’s 2024 Reservation System Starts Tomorrow April 6th Have you been dreaming of a trip to Yosemite National Park this year but worried it might be too late to snag a reservation? Well, new opportunities for your reservations start on April 6th. Yosemite’s new reservation system in 2024 kicks off its second … Read more
Embracing the Winter Quiet: Tioga Pass Closure Signals Seasonal Shift in Yosemite TUOLUMNE COUNTY – – November 21, 2023 – As winter blankets the High Sierra, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the National Park Service (NPS) announce the closure of State Route 120 East, famously known as Tioga Pass, at Crane Flat Road … Read more
Yosemite Valley is renowned globally for its stunning landscapes, towering granite cliffs, and cascading waterfalls. But, have you ever wondered what makes Yosemite Valley a must-visit destination in the winter? This article will unravel the unique allure of this extraordinary location during the winter season. In winter, the Yosemite Valley transforms into a tranquil beauty, … Read more
Yosemite will Temporarily Close Tioga Pass at 6pm today in preparation of early season storm Yosemite National Park – October 25, 2023 – Each year we await the news that Tioga Pass, the only Eastern entrance into Yosemite National Park will close for the winter. With mixed emotions most are praying for snow and winter … Read more
Yosemite National Park will do Winter winter storm damage repairs on Mariposa Road October 16-27 Yosemite National Park News- October 13, 2023 – Yosemite National Park will close Mariposa Grove Road and shuttle service will be closed for road repairs Starting Monday October 16-27 Access to the Mariposa Grove trailhead is possible by hiking on … Read more
SAN FRANCISCO — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland traveled to Yosemite National Park this weekend as part of a month-long tour to celebrate the historic investments from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), a bipartisan investment that improves visitor experiences, bolsters climate resilience and invests in the economy by creating good-paying jobs in our national parks, … Read more
A review of the Opening Weekend in Yosemite Wilderness off Tioga Pass 2023 Yosemite National Park – July 24, 2023 – Summer 2023 finally feels a bit normal. Tioga Pass, the Backdoor into Yosemite Wilderness and travel route over Hwy 120 to Yosemite Valley, Opened at 8 am on Saturday, July 22nd—the Latest Summer opening … Read more
We Asked Chat GPT to Rank the Nine California National Parks and It gave us some surprising Results California is blessed with an abundance of natural wonders, and its national parks are a testament to the state’s diverse landscapes and breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, nature lover, or adventure seeker, these nine national … Read more
Yosemite National Park – May 4, 2023 – This past weekend right after Yosemite decided it would open the valley early from the flood dangers in the valley lightening, they announced the closure of Hwy 120 (west Entrance to Yosemite national Park. Today via Facebook they allowed us to all know why this is occurring … Read more
A snowy romp never felt better. Skiing along the rolling hills from Badger Pass to Dewey Points separates the adventurous from the tourists and delivers a breathtaking view of a snowy El Capitan. I arrived just in time for sunset and, after a comfortable night in my bivvy sack, caught a glorious sunrise on the … Read more
In a Rather Surprise Announcement Yosemite National Park Will Not require Vehicle Reservations in 2023 Yosemite National Park, November 15, 2022 – In a rather shocking announcement Yosemite National Park today announced it has decided not to require vehicle reservations in the summer of 2023. We for one are going to need to eat a … Read more
The “Temporary Advanced Summer Reservation System in Yosemite National Park will Expire September 30, 2022 Yosemite National Park News – September 27, 2022 – The Great summer Rush to Yosemite National Park is over. Travelers and national park enthusiasts will again be able to show up at the gates without a reservation starting Saturday, October … Read more
A reservation will be required to drive into Yosemite National Park from May 20 through September 30, 2022 Yosemite National Park – February 16, 2022 – Yosemite National Park today announced it will once again return to a summer reservation travel system in the park starting May 20, 2022. A reservation will be required to … Read more
Attention Yosemite Campers The National Park Service in Yosemite has announced the North Pines Campground Early Access Lottery Pilot. The National Park Service is piloting a lottery system for North Pines Campground reservations for arrival dates from July 21 through September 14, 2022. Successful lottery applicants will have an opportunity to make a reservation for campsites … Read more
Fall Family Vacation or Day Trip to Yosemite Yosemite National Park’s temporary day-use vehicle reservation system comes to an end on Friday, October 1, giving more visitors an opportunity to explore Yosemite Mariposa County in full and removing restrictions from the trip-planning process. The expiration of required reservations comes at a great time as lodging … Read more
The Second Wave of Summer reservations Opened today for July 1 – 31 Glacier Point Road Glacier Point Road will open to all traffic on Friday, April 30 at 8 am. The full road is currently open to cyclists. Cyclists should watch for heavy equipment traveling to the closed portion of the road for plowing, … Read more
Free National Parks Admission on Saturday across the Nation Saturday April 17th 2021 We kickoff a week long celebration of National Parks. families and visitors an enjoy free admission on Saturday to any national park across the country. Each National Park week has themed days top enhance user experiences in the parks. Saturday April 17th … Read more
On May 21, 2021 Yosemite National Park will once again require visitors to the park to have a reservation for entrance. However there are some change in 2021 that are different than in 2020. Here is a run down on what you need to know and understand about your summer Yosemite Visit Plans. 1 – … Read more
Yosemite National Park to Re-Implement a Day-Use Reservation System Beginning on Friday, May 21, 2021 Yosemite National Park – Beginning Friday, May 21, visitors to Yosemite National Park will need a day-use reservation to enter the park. The temporary day-use reservation system will allow the park to manage visitation levels to reduce risks associated with … Read more
Celebrate, Recreate Responsibly and Support Our National Parks WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior announced that National Park Week – an annual weeklong celebration of America’s national parks – will run from April 17 to April 25. National Park Week encourages the public to explore the vast network of our national parks, sacred sites, and historical landmarks, as … Read more
Visitor services to incrementally reopen over the weekend Yosemite National Park continues to require day use reservations to enter the park. For more information and to secure a day use reservation, please visit www.recreation.gov . Yosemite – September 23, 2020 – Yosemite National Park will reopen to all park visitors on Friday, September 25, 2020 at … Read more
Highway 120 west of Groveland (outside Yosemite) is closed due to a fire Yosemite national Park – August24, 2020 – The Moccasin Fire has resulted in the closures of Highways 120 west of Groveland and 49 south of the Hwy 120 junction. Yosemite remains open and is accessible from Groveland. Visitors coming from west of … Read more
50 two-bedroom cabins are set to debut in Summer 2019, expanding mountain resort’s wide variety of accommodations near Yosemite National Park FISH CAMP, Calif.— May 31, 2019– Tenaya Lodge is elevating the Yosemite experience this summer with the debut of the Explorer Cabins at Tenaya Lodge. The picturesque cabin development will offer guests a unique Yosemite “cabineering” experience that … Read more
Cooperative Effort by the National Park Service, Yosemite Conservancy, San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish & Wildlife and NatureBridge Sierra Rec Magazine – Yosemite National Park New Release – May 2019 ~ Federally threatened California red-legged frogs are showing signs of a return to Yosemite Valley in … Read more
Sierra Rec Magazine – Yosemite National Park New Release – May, 8 2019 – Yosemite National Park is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Groveland Community Hall (18720 Highway 120, Groveland, CA) to provide an update on two upcoming projects: the Big Oak Flat Welcome Center and the Tuolumne Meadows … Read more
We treasure our National Parks in the Sierra and the Western Region, and creating a future generation of care takers and enthusiast is a project that we at Sierra Rec enjoy promoting. Saturday, April 20, 2109 National Parks around the country including Yosemite, Lassen, Death Valley, and Seqouia and Kings Canyon will kick off this … Read more
Camp 4 daily lottery to go into effect beginning on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 Sierra REC Magazine – Nps New Release – Yosemite National Park announces that a new pilot lottery program for Camp 4 Campground will launch on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. This daily lottery system will be operated through Recreation.gov and will help improve the … Read more
Visitors should prepared for snowy conditions in the Lower and Upper Grove Sierra Rec Magazine – April 8, 2019 – Yosemite National Park announces that the Mariposa Grove Road will reopen to automobiles on Friday, April 12, 2019. The free visitor shuttle to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias will also resume service for the busy … Read more
Yosemite National Park, April 1, 2019 – Yosemite Conservancy is providing $15.3 million in support to Yosemite National Park to protect the rare Sierra Nevada red fox, revitalize wetlands and fund volunteer programs, among nearly 50 programs and grants it is backing in 2019. “With four million visitors each year, Yosemite needs to be nurtured to remain a national … Read more
Sierra Rec Magazine, August 2018 – Backpacking in Yosemite is a life goal for many who visit this pristine granite palace in the High Sierra. As a beginning backpacker, I was overjoyed to learn in March that we had secured 6 passes into the Yosemite Wilderness and Young Lakes, for my first backpacking experience ever. … Read more
California’s Gold Country will soon be in full bloom & It is Time to Start Chasing Waterfalls in Tuolumne County’s Yosemite Sierra Rec Magazine – Tuolumne County, CA – March 21,2019 – Spring brings wildflowers, waterfalls, and longer days to explore the abundance of adventure in Tuolumne County. California’s Gold Country will soon be in … Read more
FOREST CITY — For more than six decades, Winnebago Industries has created products that enable customers to explore America’s national parks. Today, Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, strengthened that connection by announcing a multi-year partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF), the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, … Read more
Significant damage from heavy winter snowpack has resulted in delayed openings Yosemite National Park announces that there will be late seasonal openings to facilities throughout the park. These late openings are due to the exceptionally heavy snowpack in Yosemite National Park and the subsequent extensive damage to many park facilities. Yosemite National Park experienced significant … Read more
